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<div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-18 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">TAGS:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/gwynns_of_mt_pleasant">Gwynn&#039;s of Mt. Pleasant</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/project_runway_viewing_party">Project Runway Viewing Party</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/made_in_heaven_jeans">Made In Heaven Jeans</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-cmag-blog-category field-type-list-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Style File</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-style-blog-author field-type-list-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Ayoka Lucas, Style Editor</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>The Project Runway Viewing Party at Caviar &amp; Banana benefiting Lowcountry Aids Services was a sold-out success!</p>
<p>It was a special night as we all watched our local designers move on to the next round and cheered as images of Charleston Fashion Week graced the screen! Check out who wore what and watch as I host a night of glamour!</p>
<p>SHOP WALK AND LONDON CALLING:</p>
<p>So the fashion just does not stop in this town and that is Style Editor's dream! At 4:15 tomorrow, Thursday, the King Street Shop Walk kicks off presented by Mackenzie Image Consulting! Boutique hop and enjoy complimentary drinks/appetizers with exclusive discounts as a shop walk pass holder. A portion of the ticket sale goes to the Charleston Animal Society. Don't forget to adopt an animal while your at it as they will also be on the scene. Check out <a href="http://www.kingstreetshopwalk.com">http://www.kingstreetshopwalk.com</a> for more info! Don't end there of course because the London Calling: Made In Heaven Jeans Fashion Show presented by Gwynn's will conclude this night of fashion with a huge runway presentation and party at Shine! Yours truly will be your emcee with music by Charleston Fashion Week DJ Arthur Brouthers! Get the scoop on the latest in denim fashion and celebrate this collection all the way from London! The first 100 people will receive a gift certificate from Gwynn's of Mt. Pleasant and doors open at 7pm! Don't say I didn't tell you!!</p>
</div></div></div>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:09:51 +0000Ayoka Lucas3689 at http://charlestonmag.comProject Runway Viewing Partyhttp://charlestonmag.com/blog/project_runway_viewing_party
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</div></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Charleston has been asserting itself as a Southern hub of style since the dawn of seersucker, and its claim to fashion fame has been magnified in recent years thanks to Charleston Fashion Week (CFW), a wildly successful series of runway shows hosted each spring by Charleston magazine. In 2007, Laura Bennett, the fiery redhead designer who made a lasting impression on viewers during season three of Bravo's Project Runway, turned up in support of the inaugural CFW, and fellow contestant Mychael Knight has been a familiar face in both the front row and as a judge of CFW’s Emerging Designer competition (and as part of Ayoka Lucas’ after-party entourage—lucky gal!). </p>
<p>The crop of standout creative designers who were awarded the opportunity to show their collections at this year's CFW held attendees in rapturous delight, and buzz of an even greater CFW + Project Runway connection has been growing all summer. As it turns out, Charleston has great reason to celebrate: two locals, including one past CFW Emerging Designer, were selected to appear in season six of Project Runway, which debuted on Thursday night.</p>
<p>Fashionistas flocked to Caviar and Bananas for a red-carpet viewing party that benefited Lowcountry AIDS Services, and the crowd erupted in cheers at first sight of both Gordana Gehlhausen and Carol Hannah Whitfield. King Street style watchers know Gehlhausen thanks to her boutique, Goga, which she stocked with edgy looks imported from Eastern Europe and her own custom designs. Meanwhile, Whitfield’s collection of diaphanous gowns received high marks during her 2007 CFW appearance. Both are competing for international recognition and prize money on the reality television show, so be sure to tune in and cheer for the local gals on Thursday nights.</p>
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<div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-18 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">TAGS:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/mychael_knight">Mychael Knight</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/beba_luxe">Beba Luxe</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/project_runway_viewing_party">Project Runway Viewing Party</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/caviar_bananas">Caviar &amp; Bananas</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-blog-main-photo field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="http://charlestonmag.com/sites/default/files/styles/470xwide/public/9a8d95542f8c450a988212c8933f17f1_1.jpg?itok=T6nHxiae" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-cmag-blog-category field-type-list-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Style File</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-style-blog-author field-type-list-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Ayoka Lucas, Style Editor</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>I had the opportunity to hang out this weekend with my friend Mychael Knight, designer featured on Season 3 of Project Runway and Charleston Fashion Week Emerging Designer Competition: Southeast celebrity guest judge, who was in town to speak at the Art Institute of Charleston.</p>
<p>After a marathon tour of the Charleston nightlife and social scene we sat down and chatted about life since his last visit and his love for Charleston. "Spending a weekend in Charleston is like spending a weekend on a 5 star island! It's the perfect mix of social savvy, style and Southern charm. The bold and the beautiful definitely live here. I'm so glad I can get a small piece of the culture!" It also appears that he has some great plans ahead for his label! Starting with the launch of his new online store and brand new concept for his collection both coming soon! Spending time with Mychael reminded me why he was voted fan favorite as he graciously took pictures and danced the night away with his local admirers. However it's his design talent that he will soon be most noted for amongst the fashion world. So put him on your fashion list as one to watch! In the meantime don't miss his return to TV with the premiere of the All Star challenge airing in a two hour episode of Project Runway on Lifetime, August 20th before the 6th season airs! Want to watch it with me? Purchase your ticket to the Project Runway Premiere Viewing Party at Caviar &amp; Bananas here: <a href="http://projectrunwayayoka.eventbrite.com/">http://projectrunwayayoka.eventbrite.com/</a></p>
<p>Beba Luxe is Back!</p>
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<p>Sometimes when you have been in business for years and years you realize for one reason or another that you need a re-vamp! After all, fashion is about staying current and fresh! Beba Luxe gets this and they have re-opened their boutique in a familiar space on James Island in The Terrace shopping plaza. Of course this means a celebration is in order. Don't miss their Grand Opening festivities this weekend, August 13th through the 15th. It's a weekend long party with food, wine, music, special savings and NEW arrivals! Go and check out the chic new location and be the first to shop the new collections! Learn about the Beba Luxe Boutique at <a href="http://www.bebaluxe.com">www.bebaluxe.com</a>!</p>
</div></div></div>Mon, 10 Aug 2009 19:33:23 +0000Ayoka Lucas3329 at http://charlestonmag.com